Careers at Boardroom Appointments

• A leading organisation within the financial services sector is seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to support senior leadership at CEO and EXCO level.
• This is a high-impact, fast-paced role suited to a polished and proactive professional who thrives in complex environments and can operate at the centre of executive operations.

THE ROLE

• You will provide strategic and operational support to senior executives, ensuring seamless coordination of high-level activities, stakeholder engagement, and business priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing complex, multi-layered executive diaries and calendars
• Coordinating EXCO and board-level meetings, including logistics and documentation
• Supporting senior executives with day-to-day operational and strategic requirements
• Managing high-level stakeholder engagement across internal and external parties
• Preparing executive presentations and reports, with a strong focus on PowerPoint
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Prioritising competing demands and ensuring smooth execution of deliverables
• Operating as a key point of coordination across business functions

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Key requirements:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at C-suite level (CEO / EXCO)
• Experience supporting two or more senior executives simultaneously
• Strong experience within financial services or corporate environments
• Advanced diary and calendar management in complex environments
• Experience coordinating EXCO and board-level meetings
• Advanced PowerPoint skills (essential)
• Strong proficiency in Outlook and Excel
• Proven ability to handle confidential information and work under pressure

WHO YOU ARE

• Highly polished and professional in presentation and communication
• Proactive and able to anticipate executive needs
• Assertive, confident, and able to operate at senior levels
• Independent and able to work with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational capability
• Resilient and thrives in high-pressure environments

WHY THIS ROLE

• High-visibility role supporting CEO and EXCO leadership
• Exposure to strategic business operations and decision-making
• Opportunity to work within a leading financial services environment
• Dynamic and fast-paced working environment
• Potential for longer-term opportunity

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• A leading organisation within the fresh food and FMCG sector is seeking an experienced Seafood Production Manager to oversee and optimise seafood production operations.
• This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a detail-oriented professional with strong operational expertise in fresh food production and a deep understanding of quality control and food safety standards.

THE ROLE

• You will be responsible for managing end-to-end seafood production operations, ensuring efficiency, product quality, and compliance with food safety regulations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing daily seafood production operations to ensure efficiency and minimal waste
• Overseeing processing, packaging, and storage of fresh seafood products
• Ensuring production output aligns with demand and delivery timelines
• Implementing and maintaining strict food safety and quality standards, including:
• HACCP and hygiene protocols
• Cold chain management
• Regulatory compliance
• Monitoring stock levels, procurement processes, and supplier quality
• Ensuring proper handling and storage of seafood products
• Leading, training, and managing production teams to meet performance targets
• Driving productivity, accountability, and operational discipline across the team
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Maintaining audit readiness and quality assurance standards
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Collaborating with procurement and retail teams to optimise supply chain flow

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Key requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in seafood processing or fresh food production (essential)
• Strong background in production operations and quality control
• Solid understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, ISO, cold chain management)
• Proven experience managing teams in a production environment
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Advantageous:

• Qualification in Food Science, Production Management, or related field
• Experience within retail food production or FMCG environments
• Understanding of seafood sourcing and handling standards

WHO YOU ARE

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance
• A hands-on leader who can manage and motivate teams
• Operationally strong with a continuous improvement mindset
• A problem-solver who can identify and resolve production challenges
• Resilient and able to perform under pressure
• A strong communicator with effective stakeholder engagement skills